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A17 EME

1991 BMW 735

Silver Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

143,369 mi
Last recorded143,369 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2006
Typical for 1991 BMW 735137,044 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA17 EME
MakeBMW
Model735
Year1991
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 8 Jun 2006 143,369 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Jun 2006 143,369 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 735?

Based on 51,279 MOT tests across 5,701 vehicles.

73.1%
Pass Rate
4,383
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
5,701
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,292
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 1,707
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,582
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,324
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,237
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A17 EME is a 1991 BMW 735 in Silver with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1991 BMW 735 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 137,044 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW 735 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,292 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A17 EME, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 735 typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 35 years old, this BMW 735 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A17 EME registered?

A17 EME is a 1991 BMW 735, first registered on 26 September 1991.

Is A17 EME safe to buy?

The MOT history for A17 EME shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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